Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Switzerland Co Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Switzerland Co Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
'Providing Pathways to Success'
School Rankings
Switzerland Co Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Switzerland Co Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1033 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Hispanic
2%
15%
White
96%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Switzerland Co Elementary School's ranking?
Switzerland Co Elementary School is ranked #1033 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Switzerland Co Elementary School often compared to?
Switzerland Co Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson-craig Elementary School, Gallatin County Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Switzerland Co Elementary School?
323 students attend Switzerland Co Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Switzerland Co Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Switzerland Co Elementary School?
Switzerland Co Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Switzerland Co Elementary School offer ?
Switzerland Co Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Switzerland Co Elementary School part of?
Switzerland Co Elementary School is part of Switzerland County School Corp School District.
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